Anaheim Ducks vs Vancouver Canucks Picks and Prediction for Tuesday November 3, 2026

The Anaheim Ducks will travel to Vancouver, British Columbia, Tuesday night for a Western Conference matchup against the Vancouver Canucks inside Rogers Arena. The game is scheduled to begin at 9 PM ET, with coverage available on ESPN+. Anaheim comes into Tuesday 6-7-1 this year, having lost three of the last five after a three-goal win last time out ended a two-game skid. The Vancouver Canucks stay home Tuesday as one of the worst teams in the NHL at 3-12-1 overall, having dropped four of the last five, including two in a row after a two-goal loss to Toronto.  Anaheim comes into Tuesday a -148 favorite. Vancouver is a +124, and the total is 6.5. Keep up with our NHL Picks.

Anaheim goes for 2 in a row

The Anaheim Ducks offense has been fantastic this season, averaging 3.5 goals on 25 shots per game. Defensively, Anaheim has had a ton of trouble, giving up 3.79 goals on 27.5 shots per game, and they've given up 17 goals across their last three losses. Leo Carlsson is leading the Anaheim offense this season with 21 points and 17 assists. Jackson LaCombe is second on the roster with 15 points, and Cutter Gauthier is one of two players tied for third on the team with 12 points. Beckett Sennecke has also scored 12 points this season and leads the way with eight goals.

Laurent Brossoit did the job in the net for Anaheim last time out, giving up three goals on 23 shots to post an .870 save percentage. Cutter Gauthier was phenomenal, posting a hat trick on five shots in just over 19 minutes. Judd Caulfield chipped in two goals and one assist. Roger McQueen scored one goal on four shots, and Leo Carlsson chipped in three assists in nearly 21 minutes of action.

Key Injury Report for Anaheim:

• AJ Greer (IR) - Nov 11
• Troy Terry (IR-LT) – Nov 6
• Ian Moore (IR) – Nov 8
• Ryan Poehling (IR) – Nov 25

Vancouver tries to end their skid

Offensively, Vancouver has been below average this season, averaging 2.94 goals on 21.5 shots per game. Defensively, Vancouver is allowing 4.5 goals on 31.9 shots per game, and they've given up 16 goals across their last four losses. Elias Pettersson is leading the Vancouver offense this season with 16 points, and he has boasted a team-high 12 assists. Brock Boeser and Jonathan Lekkerimaki are both tied for second on the roster this season with 13 points, and Lekkerimaki leads the team with six goals scored. Filip Hronek is fourth on the team with 12 points this year.

Leevi Merilainen struggled in the net last time out for Vancouver, giving up three goals on 27 shots to post a .889 save percentage in just over 58 minutes on the ice. Max Sasson and Brock Boeser led the offense with one goal each.

Key Injury Report for Vancouver:

• Filip Chytil (IR) – Nov 7
• Akil Thomas (IR-NR) – Nov 9
• Mackenzie MacEachern (IR-NR) – Nov 7
• Thatcher Demko (IR) – Dec 21

Anaheim Ducks vs Vancouver Canucks Picks and Prediction

Pick: Anaheim Ducks -148

Anaheim is the better choice in this matchup because of its young offensive talent and ability to create scoring opportunities in transition. Leo Carlsson gives the Ducks a dangerous offensive weapon with his combination of size, skill, and ability to attack opposing defenders. Cutter Gauthier provides another scoring option capable of making an impact around the net. Vancouver will have home ice on its side, but the Canucks could struggle if Anaheim consistently establishes its speed through the neutral zone. The Ducks should also have opportunities to capitalize on defensive mistakes and create additional scoring chances. Look for Anaheim to establish offensive pressure and make enough plays to secure the road victory.

Total Pick: Over 6.5

The over is the better play because both teams have the offensive ability to create scoring opportunities throughout the game. Anaheim should be able to generate chances through its young offensive players, particularly when the Ducks find open ice in transition. Vancouver will also have opportunities to contribute offensively, especially if Anaheim becomes overly aggressive pushing the puck forward. Both teams could benefit from defensive mistakes, and special teams could provide additional opportunities to put the puck in the net. Anaheim has the offensive talent to score multiple goals, while Vancouver should be able to respond with its home crowd behind it. Expect an up-tempo matchup with scoring chances at both ends of the ice.

Final Picks: Anaheim Ducks - 148 and Over 6.5